Gov. Maura Healey on Wednesday ordered flags to be flown at half-staff at all state buildings to honor 43-year-old Uxbridge police officer Stephen LaPorta.
LaPorta was killed in a car crash while helping out another driver early Wednesday morning on Route 146.
First responders provided medical aid to LaPorta but he was declared dead at the scene.
“I am heartbroken over the news of Officer Stephen LaPorta’s passing. He knew he was headed into a dangerous situation when he responded to the scene of a multi-vehicle crash, but like all of our officers do day in and day out, he put the public’s safety first – and he tragically made the ultimate sacrifice. My prayers are with his loved ones, the Uxbridge Police Department, and our brave law enforcement and public safety officials all across the state,” Healey said in a statement. “I ask Massachusetts residents to take a moment today to reflect on the bravery of Officer LaPorta and thank members of law enforcement for all that they do to keep us safe.”
LaPorta became a full-time officer and patrolman at the Uxbridge Police Department in June 2024, according to the department.
Before becoming an officer, he worked as a full-time dispatcher and part-time patrolman for the department.
